Senior Equipment Operator & Crew Lead

City of Richmond, Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Virginia Retirement System (VRS)

Language Incentive

Referral Bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Job summary

The City of Richmond, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for provisional Equipment Operator, Senior positions within the Department of Public Works. The role involves operating heavy equipment, supervising crews, and performing related duties in a dynamic municipal setting.

These are temporary positions with essential duties, requiring reliable performance, safety awareness, and ability to work through emergencies and major weather events. Benefits are limited for this temporary role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience at the Equipment Operator, Senior level.
• Training in equipment used at this level of assignment.
• An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the classification.

Responsibilities

• Operating a variety of trucks and equipment as listed by manager.
• Attending training and development sessions required for advancement or promotion.
• Following routes, reading maps, and ensuring safe operation and transportation of materials.
• Maintaining and repairing equipment, keeping records, and reporting issues.
• Leading, guiding, and developing crew members as lead worker.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Organize

Problem solve

Pay attention to detail

Time management

Oral and written communication

Customer Service

Map reading

Safety rules

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years of Equipment Operator Senior level experience

Training in equipment used at this level

Equivalent training/experience (as approved)

Tools

Driver's license - valid

Virginia CDL with endorsements

Job description

The City of Richmond, Virginia is seeking qualified candidates for provisional Equipment Operator, Senior positions within the Department of Public Works. The role involves operating heavy equipment, supervising crews, and performing related duties in a dynamic municipal setting.

These are temporary positions with essential duties, requiring reliable performance, safety awareness, and ability to work through emergencies and major weather events. Benefits are limited for this temporary role.